2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
